One of three men arrested in connection with the robbery of a Tucker’s restaurant employee four years ago is going to prison. Fond du Lac judge Gary Sharpe sentenced Vincent Hanes to two years in prison followed by four years extended supervision. Hanes pleaded no contest last Novmeber to a charge of robbery with use of force. A second man was placed on probation earlier this year for his role […]
A member of the legislature’s budget-writing committee thinks lawmakers will be able to reach a compromise that’s workable on one of the last major sticking points in the state budget. The governor wants to borrow more than a billion dollars to pay for transportation, while some lawmakers say fee and tax increases are necessary, or delaying road projects. Republican state representative Michael Schraa of Oshkosh says some of the […]
The Fond du lac County Executive says a proposed state budget is a mixed bag when it comes to county government. Buechel updated the county finance committee on the state budget at a meeting this week. Buechel says he’s concerned that counties may have to pick up the tab for a proposal that calls for drug testing state benefit recipients. "We're concerned about that since its likely the counties […]
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Two people familiar with a deal for a new $500 million stadium for the Milwaukee Bucks say taxpayers will contribute $250 million and current and former Bucks owners will pay for the other half. The sources spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss details of the deal before a Thursday afternoon news conference with Gov. Scott Walker. The Republican governor […]
MILWAUKEE (AP) — University of Wisconsin professors and their supporters made it clear to UW regents meeting in Milwaukee that a proposed tenure policy under consideration would still leave them vulnerable to layoffs or termination. Some professors stood at the back of the regents meeting at UW-Milwaukee and held signs urging regents to protect tenure. Demonstrators put blue tape over their mouths to show they could be silenced without tenure […]
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin Senate committee has advanced a bill that would allow businesses to keep a supply of epinephrine injectors to combat life-threatening allergic reactions. The health committee unanimously approved the bill Thursday. The committee changed the bill to clarify that businesses may offer the drug but aren't required to have it on hand. Schools are already allowed to keep a supply of the auto-injectors. The bill […]
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin Senate committee has advanced a bill that would ban non-emergency abortion procedures after 20 weeks of pregnancy. In a meeting Thursday, the Senate Health Committee approved the fast-tracked bill on a 3-2 party-line vote with Republicans in support. Under the proposal, doctors who perform an abortion after 20 weeks in non-emergency situations could be charged with a felony and subject to $10,000 in fines […]
Back to School FDL, a one-day annual shopping opportunity for students needing help getting school supplies, will be held on Saturday, August 22 at the YMCA/Fond du Lac Boys and Girls Club site at West Second Street. The Back to School FDL event is organized through a collaboration of agencies, businesses, churches, and community members, and is dedicated to ensuring that all students in need, who are enrolled or planning […]
Sunny 97-7, 96-1 WTCX, Great 98-7, and AM1170/103.3FM brought home WBA awards! Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Awards were announced and Radio Plus, Inc.stations took home lots! 96-1 WTCX - 1st Place - Best Sports Coverage for Game Plan Packer Show at Schmitty's Oar House 2nd Place - Best Sports Coverage to Nick Rusch for Play by Play coverage of the Springs State Championship 1st Place - Best Interview With Music […]